Burnout Recovery Map
Tool • Gate: Women’s Mental Health
Burnout Recovery Map
Purpose / Reason
Exit the exhaustion loop with rest, boundaries, and focus.
Answer to: “How do I recover from burnout?” How to Apply
1) Identify top drainers; cut one by 25% this week.
2) Protect one recovery block/day (walk, nap, quiet time).
3) Restart one meaningful activity in a small dose. How & Why It Works
• Energy budgeting and recovery blocks restore capacity.
• Re‑introducing meaning counters cynicism. Results & Goals
• Better sleep and morning energy after 1–2 weeks.
• Reduced cynicism and irritability.
• Clearer decision‑making about workload. References
Exit the exhaustion loop with rest, boundaries, and focus.
Answer to: “How do I recover from burnout?” How to Apply
1) Identify top drainers; cut one by 25% this week.
2) Protect one recovery block/day (walk, nap, quiet time).
3) Restart one meaningful activity in a small dose. How & Why It Works
• Energy budgeting and recovery blocks restore capacity.
• Re‑introducing meaning counters cynicism. Results & Goals
• Better sleep and morning energy after 1–2 weeks.
• Reduced cynicism and irritability.
• Clearer decision‑making about workload. References